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It was cold and rainy in the Knoxville area Dec.25, 1797.

Then-governor John Sevier, Tennessee’s firstgovernor as the state had only received statehoodstatus in mid-1796, was traveling with his wifeand a few others between Mariesville and Tellico.It was just another day as most people in the areacelebrated Old Christmas on the 12th night, orJan. 6, according to John Sevier’s journal.

Among Sevier’s acquaintances was WilliamBlount, who had only a few months prior beenimpeached from the U.S. Legislature and had

served as governor of the Southwest Territory,which would become the state of Tennessee.Blount had built a fine mansion on the banks ofthe Tennessee River with material imported fromNorth Carolina.

James White, who had donated the land thatbecame Knoxville, was tending his fort situatedon a hill overlooking the confluence of First Creek and the Tennessee River. Daniel Boone alsowas in the area having blazed the WildernessRoad through Cumberland Gap only a decade earlier that opened the door for nearly 200,000 to

migrate into the area.Andrew Jackson, a frequent visitor to the area,

was in Nashville practicing law.Another of Sevier’s acquaintances was a

surveyor named Francis Ramsey, who had pickedout a site off the Holston River for his home —Ramsey House — while on a surveying trip to thearea.

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the South the day was held holy by someand celebrated as a Halloween-type holi-day by others. It was common for folks tofire muskets and shoot fireworks to cele-brate the day along with the consump-tion of wassail. People of the time wouldalso knock on neighbor’s doors and say“Christmas gift” to whomever opened thedoor. No Christmas gift meant a trick.

Topping off Yuletime celebrations wasa fine meal, which the folks at RamseyHouse are creating for only the secondtime since the home was rescued fromdemolition and decay in the 1950s.

A limited number of tickets are nowon sale for a very exclusive HolidayDinner with the Ramsey’s at the HistoricRamsey House, 2614 Thorn Grove Pike,Dec. 7-11, starting at 7 p.m. each night.

Travel back in time to 1797 and experi-ence a traditional family Christmas dinner in the beautifully furnished anddecorated home of Col. Ramsey and hisfamily.

Only five seating’s of 10 guests each

are available. “What makes this event sospecial,” Judy LaRose, Ramsey Houseexecutive director, said, “is that guestswill be served in the Ramsey House din-ing room on fine china, bringing thehouse museum to life with a wonderfulholiday feast.”

The tour will start in the RamseyHouse Visitor’s Center with a viewing ofthe award-winning video that tells aboutthe home, the Ramsey Family and earlyKnoxville. The walkway to the home willbe lined with candlelight as you stroll tothe house for your docent-guided tour ofthe historic home, dressed in its finestholiday best of natural greens, freshfruits, vegetables and nuts and everyroom awash with candlelight.

The dinners will include a menu simi-lar to what the Ramsey family wouldhave enjoyed and will be catered byBradford Catering.

Rex Jones, owner of BradfordCatering, said “we’ve tried to do some-thing that is very ‘within’ the period that[the Ramsey’s] would probably be serv-ing. So, we’ve got a spiced cider, a pump-kin and roasted apple soup, turkey breast

and cornbread sage dressing, candiedyams with a fresh cranberry sauce and asouthern green bean with onion andbacon, buttermilk biscuits — a very sim-ple, Southern, Christmas dinner thatthey would probably have within thehouse and would have on the propertythat they would be able to make. Fordessert we’re doing an apple stack cakewith boiled custard.”

The Holiday Dinners with the Ramsey’sreservations are $125 per person or $1,250for a complete table of 10 people.

Reservations must be made in advanceand with limited seats available, ticketswill sell out quickly. Call 865-546-0745 toreserve your place on a first come, firstserve basis. Payment will be required toreserve seating.

For those that can’t attend the dinner,but would like to decorate their homeswith holiday greenery, Ramsey House willbe offering its annual holiday wreath-making workshop at 1 p.m., Saturday,Dec. 13, at the Ramsey House VisitorsCenter. Refreshments will be served at12:30 p.m. Participants will design andcreate holiday wreathes from natural

materials. All materials will be provided.Call 865-546-0745 for reservations. Costis $35 per person.

The workshop will be taught by cre-ative Julia Shiflett, experienced floraldesigner, and member of the Dixie LeeGarden Club. Pomanders and swags alsowill be offered. Staff suggests partici-pants bring garden shears, gloves andany favorite greenery or berries theywish to add.

Lastly, Ramsey House will be offeringCandlelight Tours from 6 to 8 p.m.,Sunday, Dec. 14. This event will providea rare opportunity to tour the 1797 his-toric home by candlelight while it isadorned in natural holiday decor.Admission is free, however donations areaccepted. Seasonal music, hot cider andChristmas treats will be served in theVisitors Center.

For more information, contact RamseyHouse at 865-546-0745 or visit its websiteat www.ramseyhouse.org/

~ Dan [email protected]

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Fantasy of Trees3 - 8 p.m., Nov. 27; 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.,Nov. 28-29; noon - 6 p.m., Nov. 30Knoxville Convention CenterEast Tennessee Children's Hospital pres-ents the 30th Annual Fantasy of TreesPremier Christmas Event in Knoxville. Thisyear's event is entitled "A Winter WishCome True."www.fantasyoftrees.org

Ford Speedway In LightsOpen nightly from 6 – 10 p.m., includ-ing Thanksgiving and Christmas DayBenefiting the Bristol Chapter of SpeedwayChildren’s Charities.Cost to attend is $12 forcars Sun. – Thurs., $15 for cars Fri. – Sat.Activity vans are $20 and buses are $85.SpeedwayInLights.org

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Regal Celebration of Lights6 p.m., Friday, Nov. 28On Market Square and at Krutch ParkA 38-foot-tall tree in the Krutch ParkExtension will be lit. Families are invited toenjoy the evening with music from the OldCity Buskers and bands of carolers, trainrides, pictures with Santa, face painting,marshmallow roasting and more. OnMarket Street, local businesses will offerfree crafts for children. And stop by HomeDepot's Santa’s Elves Workshop as well asThe Muse Knoxville’s tent for a specialactivity.www.cityofknoxville.org/christmas

Market Square HolidayHo-Ho-Hoedown6:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 28

Market SquareFeatures East Tennessee's own nationalsinging sensation, 10-year oldEmisunshine & the Rain, along withKnoxville rising star Mae Beth Harris. Thehoedown also showcases the nationalchampion Knoxville clogging team fromthe Step Above Dance School. www.cityofknoxville.org/christmas

The City of Knoxville’sHolidays on Ice, presented by Home Federal BankFri., Nov. 28, through Sun., Jan. 4, 2015Market SquareEnjoy skating under Christmas lights andunder tent cover – rain or shine! Thisunique outdoor ice skating rink in theheart of downtown Knoxville draws morethan 16,000 skaters each year. Admissionis $10 for adults, $7 for children 12 yearsand younger, and admission includesskate rental.www.knoxvillesholidaysonice.com/

The University ofTennessee, KnoxvilleHoliday EventsIncludes events and activities at McClungMuseum (mcclungmuseum.utk.edu),Clarence Brown Theatre (clarence-browntheatre.com), UT School of Music(music.utk.edu/holiday-mus), UT Gardens(utgardens.wildapricot.org/UTGardensEvents), VolShop and UT Basketball(utsports.com)

"Fill the Land Rover" and "Fill the Sprinter"Now through December 23Furrow Automotive Group is putting a newspin on helping the needy this holidayseason by asking the public to help fill twovehicles with items (toys, clothing andother necessities) for Mission of Hope, aKnoxville-based ministry that galvanizesthe community to help people in needthroughout Appalachia. Vehicles will be on

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Drop & Shop at IjamsSat., Nov. 29, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Kids will spend the day enjoying naturewith hikes, crafts and other outdoor fun,plus a pancake breakfast. The fee for thisprogram is $30 for members and $40 fornon-members. This program is designedfor kids kindergarten through 5th grade.Call Sabrina at 865-577-4717, ext. 116to register.

Hardin Valley AcademyMadrigal Dinner6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 111345 Hardin Valley Road, KnoxvilleThe dinner is open to the public and tick-ets are $12. For tickets, contact Teresa Scoggins,[email protected].

Georg FriederichHandel’s musical,

“Messiah”7:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 1Clayton Center for the Arts’ Ronald andLynda Nutt TheatrePerformed by Maryville CollegeCommunity Chorus, Maryville CollegeConcert Choir and Orchestra at MaryvilleCollege.For more information, call ChloeKennedy, 865-981-8209.

Light the Park6 p.m., Dec. 1Founders Park at Campbell Station,FarragutJoin the Farragut Business Alliance &Town of Farragut to usher in the winterholidays. Bundle up and bring your familyto this free, festive event. Farragut MayorRalph McGill will flip the switch to bringto life over 36,000 lights!For more information, email [email protected] or call865-307-2486.

Christmas UndergroundDec. 1-23, every Mon. - Fri., 3 to 8p.m. and Sat. - Sun., noon to 8 pmRuby Falls, 1720 S. Scenic Hwy.,Chattanooga, TN 37409

Adventurers can take this special passage-way to a normally unseen part of the cave.Experience this magical place where min-ers and elves play as they search for joys-tone, the gem that represents the spirit ofChristmas! Encounter an ice cave, a wish-ing well, catch a view of the NorthernLights and journey through the SugarPlum Fairy Village – all 26 stories under-ground! And meet Santa himself in the IceDen!Visit www.rubyfalls.com/christmas orcall 423-821-2544.

Farragut Middle SchoolOrchestra performance7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2200 West End Ave., FarragutThe event is free and open to the public.

Celebrate the Season4:30 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 4Farragut Town HallPhotos with Santa, music performancesby TNT Mountain Dulcimer Trio, BeardenUnited Methodist Church Children’s BellChoir and Farragut High School MadrigalSingers. For more information, call ArleenHigginbotham, 865-966-7057.

Pellissippi StateCommunity College’sAnnual HolidaySpectacular Concert 6 and 8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 4Clayton Performing Arts Center on HardinValley CampusFor more information, call 865-694-6400.

2014 Knoxville ChamberChorale ChristmasConcertsThursday, December 4, 7:30 p.m.St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral, 413 Cumberland Avenue in KnoxvilleThursday, December 11, 7:30 p.m.First United Methodist Church, 1350 Oak Ridge Turnpike in Oak RidgeChristmas concert features choralarrangements of Christmas classics aswell as newer music arranged for a cap-pella choir. There will be two performanc-es of this concert, both are free and opento the public.

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Christmas Celebration:The Nativity 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5, and from11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 6The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter daySaints, 11837 Grigsby Chapel RoadThe event is free and open to everyone.Hundreds of Nativity sets from around theworld will be displayed as well as picturesof the life of Christ. There will be liveNativity re-enactments and musical per-formances to enjoy. Knoxvillenativity.org

Holiday Barn SaleDec. 5 12 - 5 p.m. and Dec. 6 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.RiverView Family Farm, 12130 Prater Lane, 37922Come shop for the holidays and pick upunique gifts, handmade arts & crafts andvintage items. Fresh Cut Christmas trees,garland and wreaths will be available, too.FREE ADMISSIONwww.RiverViewFamilyFarm.com

“A Celtic Holiday” 6 to 11 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5Annual gala hosted by Children’s Museumof Oak Ridge.Call Carroll Welch, 865-482-1074, orvisit childrensmuseumofoakridge.org/

Colonial ChristmasCelebrationFriday, Dec. 5, Tours at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.Blount MansionChristmas traditions from the colonialperiod as well as what Christmas was likeon the Tennessee frontier will be the focusof our special candlelit tours of the man-sion. We will also have some specialguests – come view a demonstration ofcolonial yarn spinning techniques whileenjoying some snacks and warm drinks.Suggested donation is $5.For more information call (865) 525-2375 or [email protected]

WIVK Christmas Parade7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5Gay StreetSee all of the different decorated floats,marching bands and dancers, and watchfor Santa Claus.www.cityofknoxville.org/christmas

Fantasy of LightsChristmas Parade7:30 p.m., Dec. 5 Begins at traffic light #1A on EastParkway and winds through Gatlinburgand ends at traffic light #10. Gatlinburg will attempt to break aGuinness World Record for most redRudolph noses ever worn at a singleevent during the 39th Fantasy of LightsChristmas Parade. 2014 American Idolwinner Caleb Johnson will host the eventand be the Grand Marshal of the Parade. 800-588-1817 www.gatlinburg.com/christmas

Visit with Santa Paws2 - 4 p.m., Dec. 6Free pet pictures with Santa Paws!Donations accepted for Young WilliamsAnimal Center. Village Veterinary Medical Center, 11301 Kingston Pike966-8900, www.villagevetclinic.com

Stanley's GreenhousesGarden Center and Plant Farm Free Holiday workshopsSaturday, December 6 at 10 a.m.Holiday WreathsSaturday, December 13 at 10 a.m.Fairy Gardens for AdultsSaturday, December 20 at 10 a.m.Fairy Gardens for Children3029 Davenport Road (1-40 exit on James White Pkwy, R on Sevier Ave., L on Davenport.)For information call 573-9591.

Cookie Walk and Craft Fair Shop9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Dec. 6Faith Lutheran ChurchProceeds benefit the Shepherds of HopeFood Pantry. For more information, e-mail [email protected]/

Go! ContemporaryDance Works'Nutcracker Breakfast10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Sat., Dec. 6At Studio Arts for Dancers. Cost is $25per child, ages 6 to 12. 865-539-2475

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Christmas in Old Appalachia11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sat. and Sun., Dec. 6 and 7Museum of Appalachia865-494-7680

Christmas Cantata8:45 and 11 a.m., Dec. 7Concord United Methodist Church11020 Roane Drive, FarragutThis year’s musical is Tom Fettke &Thomas Grassi’s The Christmas Story.865-966-6728

“The Nutcracker”8 p.m., Sat. Dec. 6, and 2 p.m., Sun. Dec. 7 Knoxville Civic Auditorium2 and 8 p.m., Sat. Dec. 13Clayton Center for the ArtsPresented by The Appalachian BalletCompany in its 43rd season.ABC, 865-982-8463, Knox Tickets, 865-656-4444, orClayton Center, 865-981-8590

Victorian Christmas atHistoric RugbyDecember 6 and 13 from 4 to 8 p.m. 5517 Rugby Hwy, Rugby, TN 37733Each year, the historic settlement of Rugby,Tennessee, comes alive with Christmasspirit and celebrates the holidays as if itwere still 1880, the year the town was set-tled. The living Victorian-era village willbustle with children’s activities, caroling,holiday shopping and much more.www.historicrugby.org, 423-628-2441

Farragut High SchoolMadrigal Dinner6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6Farragut High School cafeteria, 11237 Kingston PikeThe dinner is open to the public, but it is aticketed event because it is a catered din-ner theater. Contact Kenton Deitch, 865-671-7137or [email protected]

Candle Making Workshop 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Dec. 6 Marble Springs State Historic Site: 1220West Governor John Sevier Highway,

Knoxville, TN 37920This hands-on workshop will teach visi-tors about lighting sources of the 18thand 19th-centuries. Visitors will learn howto make beeswax candles by the openhearth. Reservations are required andspace is limited to twenty participants foreach workshop. Fee is $10 for cost ofmaterials.Contact 865-573-5508, [email protected], www.marblesprings.net

East TennesseeTechnology AccessCenter holiday party4 to 6:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 8Donations of new, battery-operated toysare needed to give to more than 100 chil-dren with disabilities in 24 counties whocannot use their hands to play with typicaltoys. These toys will be distributed beforethe holiday party. Toys can be dropped offat 116 Childress St. from 8:30 a.m. to5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, call JuniorLeague of Knoxville, 865-219-0130.

Farragut High SchoolChristmas concert 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11

Farragut High School cafeteria, 11237Kingston PikeContact Kenton Deitch, 865-671-7137or at [email protected]

Farragut Middle SchoolBand performanceThursday, Dec. 11, Sixth-graders at 6p.m.; seventh-graders, 7 p.m.; eighth-graders, 8 p.m.200 West End Ave., FarragutThe event is free and open to the public.

Historic Ramsey HouseFamily Christmas Dinner Beginning at 7 p.m., Dec. 7 - 11Only five seatings of 10 guests each avail-able. Cost is $125 per person or $1,250for a private event for a complete table of10 people. Bradford Catering will caterdinners. 865-546-0745.

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This free event includes a traditional light-ing of a tree on the park’s bandstand.Enjoy live music, and build a gingerbreadhouse Austin-East Magnet High School’sCulinary Arts Department. ComcastChristmas at Chilhowee also offers trainrides for all ages, pictures with SantaClaus, marshmallow roasting, hot cocoaby the Salvation Army, face painting andballoon animals. Stop by The MuseKnoxville tent for a special activity.www.cityofknoxville.org/christmas

Christmas Candlelight ToursSaturday, December 13th, from 4-8pmMarble Springs State Historic Site, 1220West Governor John Sevier Highway,Knoxville, 37920Experience the historic site through thesoft glow of candle light. The historicbuildings will be decorated with freshgreenery. Music, open hearth cooking,baked goods & warm drinks will set yourheart aglow with holiday spirit. Suggested$2 donation for the Candlelight Tour.Contact 865-573-5508,

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George Frideric Handel’s“Messiah”6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 13 and 14Music Ministry of Christ Covenant Churchwill perform the Christmas portion ofGeorge Frideric Handel’s “Messiah. Theconcert is free and open to the public. 865-671-1885

“It’s A Wonderful Life”1 and 5 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15Tennessee TheatrePresented by Home Federal Bank, freewith limited seating. homefederalbanktn.com/

Tour de Lights Bike Ride7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19This fun, free, casual five-mile bike ride –starting at Market Square and includingdecorated bicycles and riders – hasbecome one of Knoxville's favorite holidaytraditions.www.knoxtrans.org

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Gifts to keep kids engagedStore aisles are filled this time of year

with every must-have gift retailers canadvertise. Children often plead and begfor the hottest toys weeks ahead of theholidays, hoping to find their requestswrapped up come the big day.

But once the gift wrap is torn away andkids have played with their presents for aday, some already grow bored with theirnew belongings and cast them aside.Certain toys are not engaging enough towarrant extended periods of play — nomatter what the advertisements boast.

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• Don’t believe the hype. It’s easy tofall hook, line and sinker for ultra-popu-lar trendy gifts. While such gifts may havepopular appeal, that does not meanthey’re a perfect fit for your child. Whenshopping for youngsters come the holidayseason, choose a gift because your childwill truly enjoy it and not because it’s thetrendy item of the year.

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more a child can envision himself doingwith a particular toy, the more likely heor she will exhibit a continued interest inthat toy.

• Look for minimal bells and whis-tles. Kids often find toys that leave moreroom for imagination more interestingthan toys that are loaded with gadgets.Children prefer to make up their own sto-ries and create modes of play that aremore about what they like rather thanthe “right” way to play or win.

• Choose gifts that grow. Shopperswant to select gifts that are age-appropri-ate for children so they will be safe dur-ing play time. But shoppers also shouldlook for toys and activities that can bemodified and grow with the child as he orshe ages. A game that gets progressivelyharder through levels or a toy set thatcan be supplemented as kids grow oldermay make good gifts. Musical instru-ments also can grow with a child, as theinstruments become easier to masterwith practice.

• Figure out the child’s interests.Toys that cater specifically to a child’sinterests will be the most warmlyreceived. It may take going the extra mileto find a gift that matches a child’s inter-est rather than picking up the firsttrendy gift you see, but the results will bewell worth it.


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